How Much Does Scouting Cost?

Scouting does charge fees for membership, events and trips. Council and unit fundraising will help with those costs including Popcorn and Scout Show card sales, and will give a Scout the chance to earn the money he needs to participate in summer camp or other programs. However, it is the position of the Denver Area Council that money should not keep a young person from enjoying the Scouting program. If you’d like more information about scholarships, please email Director of Field Service, Joe Farrell or contact at 720.266.2133.

Below is a list of basic needs to get a young person started in each Scouting program, to give you a rough idea of what’s expected. Before you buy anything, however, make sure you talk to the unit’s leader. He or she will be able to tell you about any specific uniform or equipment rules for the pack, troop or crew.

Boy Scouts

Optional extras: Uniform, handbook, Boys’ Life subscription, camping equipment (your son will need some camping gear but many brands are specifically designed with a more experienced camper in mind; talk with your son’s Scoutmaster before buying anything)